Save the Grutto: Sustainable Farming in the Netherlands
The Grutto's Silent Struggle: A Decline in Numbers The Eurasian Curlew, or Grutto (Numenius arquata), a charming long-legged wading bird with a distinctive, melancholic call, is facing a concerning decline in the Netherlands. Since 1990, populations have plummeted by approximately 5% annually. This isn't just a loss of biodiversity; it's a stark warning sign about the impact of intensive farming practices on our environment. What's causing this dramatic drop, and what can we do to reverse it?...